A bill to modify the boundaries of the Talladega National Forest, and for other purposes.
This bill would redraw the boundaries of the Talladega National Forest to include a specified parcel of land shown on a map titled “Talladega National Forest Proposed Proclamation Boundary Addition” dated September 6, 2024. The Secretary of Agriculture would be authorized to acquire land, waters, and interests within the new boundary using the land acquisition authorities that apply to the National Forest System, including those under the Weeks Act of 1911. Any acquisition would be managed as Weeks Law land and subject to all applicable laws and regulations governing the National Forest System. Acquisitions must come from willing sellers and be achieved through donation, exchange, or purchase with donated or appropriated funds, aiming to complete the process without undue delay.
Key Points
- 1The Talladega National Forest boundary would be expanded to include land shown on the specified map/date.
- 2The Secretary of Agriculture may use Weeks Law authorities to acquire land, waters, and interests within the expanded boundary.
- 3Acquired land would be managed as Weeks Law land and under the standard laws/regulations governing the National Forest System.
- 4Acquisitions must be from willing sellers and can occur via donation, exchange, or purchase using donated or appropriated funds, with an emphasis on timely progress.
- 5The map outlining the boundary addition must be publicly accessible (on file in the Forest Service).